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As Santa Monica’s Only Homeless Shelter Closes, Locals Worry One is Coming Near Them
Closure of longtime shelter Samoshel sparks fears in Pico as Santa Monica repurposes motels for transitional housing. By Zach Armstrong An overhaul of Santa Monica’s approach to homelessness is generating anxiety among residents. Plans to […]

ICE Detains Gardener in Front of Son in West LA, Says Grassroots Group
The gardener, who was not immediately identified, is a husband and the father of four children, the organization said. By Zach Armstrong ICE agents detained a gardener in West Los Angeles on Tuesday morning in the […]

Five Santa Monica College Students Awarded Scholarships to Attend Space Camp in Alabama
The scholarship covers travel, lodging, and meals for the immersive experience, which includes simulations, team missions and training based on aerospace. Five Santa Monica College students were selected for an all-expenses-paid Space Camp scholarship from […]

Santa Monica Chef Brian Bornemann Plans Pasta Restaurant on Main Street Near Existing Seafood Spot
Crudo e Nudo chef Brian Bornemann is opening Bar Fortuna, a pasta restaurant, at 2917 Main St. in Santa Monica this fall, according to local and national reports. By Sarah Lin Chef Brian Bornemann, owner […]

TV Miniseries Review: Ride or Die
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